BMX UNION

It’s that time of the year again to get a closer look at the full lineup of complete BMX bikes from the crew at Radio Bikes over in Germany! As expected with their line, they covered a ton of ground this year from their high end Comrad, that we’ve been a fan of the past few years as it has evolved and continued to improve, all the way down to their entry level Dice completes that are available in 20″, 18″ and 16″ to accommodate for any younger rider just getting into BMX! Below you can learn more about each of these bikes that are available through BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Radio Bikes worldwide. Let’s get into!

2018 Radio Bikes Comrad

Starting off with our favorite bike in the line of 2018 bikes, the Comrad is Radio Bikes high end complete that is built for the more experienced rider that wants a bike they will be able to send it on and not have to worry if it can hold up to the abuse. This bike starts out with a full chromoly frame, bars and fork and is loaded with Radio Bikes, Salt Plus and Eclat aftermarket parts. The Comrad is available in a clear coat raw color with the multi-colored stem and sprocket for a nice aesthetic touch. You can find a 21″ top tube length, Salt Plus Pro freecoaster and hub guards to keep your wheels safe when grinding. This bike is ready or heavy street sessions right out of the box.

FRAME: Full 4130 chromoly frame, removable brake mounts & guides
FORK: RADIO Pro full chromoly fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO Pro full chromoly bar
GRIPS: SALTPLUS XL flangeless grips
STEM: RADIO Axis top loading stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: SALTPLUS Echo integrated headset with sealed bearings
CRANKS: RADIO Pro tubular chromoly 3 piece cranks – 170mm / 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: Sealed MID
PEDALS: SALTPLUS Stealth nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO Axis 6061-T6 alloy 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: 9-tooth freecoaster driver, sealed bearing, right hand drive
FRONT HUB: SALT EX alloy hub, sb 3/8″ female axle, 36-hole
REAR HUB: SALTPLUS Pro freecoaster hub, fully sealed bearings, 9-tooth, 14mm hollow axle, 36-hole,
HUB GUARDS: SALTPLUS Pro Nylon hubguard
FRONT RIM: SALTPLUS Summit rim, straight double wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: SALTPLUS Summit rim, straight double wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century fat padded tripod seat
SEAT POST: RADIO Tripod alloy post
SEAT CLAMP: Integrated seat clamp
TIRES: SALTPLUS Sting tires, 2.40” front & 2.30″ rear
LEVER: SALTPLUS Geo alloy brake lever
BRAKES: ECLAT Talon alloy u-brake-rear
WEIGHT: 12.06kg (26.60lbs)

2018 Radio Bikes Valac

The 2018 Valac is another bike we’re really digging. This bike is designed to be a more affordable option to the Comrad with plenty of great features like the full chromoly fork, integrated head tube, the Radio Century Tripod seat, sealed hubs with a Radio Bikes Pro 9-tooth cassette hub in the back and a Salt Summit double wall rim in the back. The 2018 Valac comes with a 20.75″ top tube length and color options of Matte Black and Matte gold. Both bikes come with unique accent pieces to really make it stand out.

FRAME: Chromoly toptube, downtube, chainstays, 1020 hi-ten, removable brake mounts & guides
FORK: RADIO Pro 4130 full chromoly fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO Valac bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS: RADIO Frequency XL flangeless grips
STEM: SALT Comp top load stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: SALT Pro integrated headset with sealed bearings
CRANKS:RADIO AM tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 170mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: MID with Sealed Bearings
PEDALS: SALTPLUS Stealth nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain – 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO Pro 6061-T6 alloy 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: 9-tooth cassette driver, sealed bearing
FRONT HUB: RADIO Pro alloy hub, sb, female bolt 3/8″, 36h
REAR HUB: RADIO Pro cassette hub, fully sealed bearings, 9-tooth driver, 14mm axle, 36-holes
FRONT RIM: SALT Valon rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: SALTPLUS Summit rim, straight double wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century fat padded Tripod seat
SEAT POST: RADIO Tripod alloy post
SEAT CLAMP: Integrated seat clamp
TIRES: SALT Tracer tires, 2.35” front & rear
GYRO: holes for removable gyro tabs
LEVER: SALT Moto alloy brake lever
BRAKES: SALTPLUS Geo XL alloy u-brake-rear
WEIGHT: 12.07kg (26.62bs)

2018 Radio Bike Astron

If you’re looking for a bike that’s more ideal for ramp riding, then the 2018 Astron complete is right up your alley! This bike features a full chromoly frame, fork and bars with responsive geometry, is completely loaded with Radio Bikes, Salt and Salt Plus parts from top to bottom. You can find sealed bearings, tubular chromoloy 3-piece cranks, the Radio Pro 9-tooth cassette hub in the back, Salt Plus Summit double wall rims front and back and the Salt AM Rotor gyro to keep your brakes from tangling up when you’re throwing tailwhips and barspins. The Astron is available with a 20.6″ top tube length and colors of Black and Green Splatter or Aqua Blue!

FRAME: Full chromoly, removable brake mounts & guides
FORK: RADIO Pro 4130 full chromoly fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO Pro full 4130 chromoly bar
GRIPS: RADIO Frequency XL grips
STEM: SALT COMP top loading stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: SALT PRO Integrated headset with sealed bearings
GYRO: SALT AM Rotor with SALT AM Rotor cables
LEVER: SALT Moto alloy brake lever
BRAKES: SALTPLUS Geo XL alloy u-brake-rear
CRANKS: RADIO AM tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 170mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: Mid – Sealed bearings
PEDALS: SALTPLUS Stealth nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO PRO 6061-T6 alloy 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: 9-tooth cassette driver, sealed bearing
FRONT HUB: RADIO PRO alloy hub, sb 3/8″ female axle, 36-hole
REAR HUB: RADIO PRO cassette hub, fully sealed bearings, 9-tooth, 14mm hollow axle, 36-hole
FRONT RIM: SALTPLUS Summit rim, straight double wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: SALTPLUS Summit rim, straight double wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century slim padded combo seat
SEAT CLAMP: Integrated seat clamp
TIRES: SALTPLUS STING tires, 2.30” front & rear
WEIGHT: 12.14kg (26.77bs)

2018 Radio Bike Darko

Next up, we have the 2018 Darko complete that is a Mid level bike that is designed with the rider that likes to get into a little bit of everything from street to ramps and dirt at an affordable price. This bike features a mix of Radio Bikes AM and Salt Plus Pro parts with tubular chromoly cranks, a sealed Mid bottom bracket, a semi-sealed cassette hub with a 9-tooth driver, the Radio Century seat and post combo, and the Salt Tracer tires! You can find the Darko complete in 20.5″ and 21″ top tube sizes and colors of Matte Black and Matte Neon Yellow! You can’t go wrong with the Darko complete!

FRAME: chromoly top tube & down tube, 1020 hi-ten, removable brake mounts & guides
FORK: RADIO AM 20 1020 hi-ten fork, crmo steerer
BARS: RADIO Darko bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS: RADIO Frequency XL flangeless grips
STEM: SALT Pro top load stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: SALT Pro integrated headset, sealed bearing
GYRO: holes for removable gyro tabs
LEVER: SALT Moto alloy brake lever
BRAKES: SALTPLUS Geo XL alloy u-brake-rear
CRANKS: RADIO AM tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 170mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: MID – Sealed bearings
PEDALS: SALTPLUS Stealth nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO AM steel 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: 9-tooth cassette driver, loose ball
FRONT HUB: RADIO AM alloy hub, lb 3/8″s, 36h
REAR HUB: RADIO AM cassette hub, semi-sealed, 9-tooth, 14mm, 36-hole
FRONT RIM: SALT Valon rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: SALTPLUS Summit rim, straight double wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century fat padded combo seat
SEAT CLAMP: Integrated seat clamp
TIRES: SALT Tracer tires, 2.35” front & rear
WEIGHT: 11.99kg (26.44bs)

2018 Radio Bikes Saiko 20″

Next up we have the 2018 Saiko 20″ and 18″ completes! These Mid range completes are designed for the younger riders out there that are starting to push their limits on an entry level bike, but need something that can hold up to a higher level of riding. Both bikes feature frames, fork and bars made from a mix of chromoly and 1020 hi-ten steel, with a mix of Radio, Salt and Salt Plus parts. You can find great features like the Radio Rookie tubular chromoly 3-piece cranks, Salt AM nylon and fiberglass pedals, the Radio Century Mid combo seat and post, and the Salt Tracer 2.35″ tires up front and in the back! The Saiko 20″ comes with a 19.75″ top tube length and colors of Matte Black and Steel Grey. The Saiko 18″ is a scaled down version of the bike with an 18″ top tube length and 18″ wheels to fit the smaller rider. You can find the Saiko 18″ in Matte Black and Steel Grey, identical to the 20″ version.

FRAME: Chromoly downtube, 1020 hi-ten
FORK: RADIO AM 20 1020 hi-ten fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO Saiko bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS: SALT EX grips
STEM: SALT AM top load stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: SALT PRO int. headset, sealed bearing
CRANKS: RADIO Rookie tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 165mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: Sealed MID Bearings
PEDALS: SALT AM nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO AM steel 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: 9-tooth cassette driver, loose ball
FRONT HUB: RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb 3/8″, 36-hole
REAR HUB: RADIO AM cassette hub, semi-sealed, 9-tooth, 14mm, 36-hole
FRONT RIM: SALT Valon rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: SALT Valon rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century mid padded combo seat
SEAT CLAMP: RADIO slim alloy seatclamp
TIRES: SALT Tracer tires, 2.35” front & rear
GYRO: holes for removable gyro tabs
LEVER: RADIO AM alloy brake lever
BRAKES: SALTPLUS Geo XL alloy u-brake-rear
WEIGHT: 11.67kg (25.74lbs)

2018 Radio Bikes Saiko 18″

FRAME: chromoly downtube, 1020 hi-ten
FORK: RADIO AM 18 1020 hi-ten fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO AM 18 bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS: RADIO AM grips
STEM: SALT Junior top loading stem, 40mm reach
HEADSET: SALT Pro integrated headset, sealed bearing
CRANKS: RADIO Rookie tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 152mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: Sealed Mi bearings
PEDALS: SALT Slim nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO AM steel 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: 9t cassette driver, loose ball
FRONT HUB: RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb 3/8″s, 28-hole
REAR HUB: RADIO AM cassette hub, semi-sealed, 9t, 14mm, 28-hole
FRONT RIM: SALT Valon rim, straight single wall, 28-hole
REAR RIM: SALT Valon rim, straight single wall, 28-hole
SEAT: RADIO Rookie combo seat
SEAT CLAMP: RADIO slim alloy seatclamp
TIRES: SALT Tracer tires, 2.2” front & rear
GYRO: holes for removable gyro tabs
LEVER: RADIO AM alloy brake lever
BRAKES: RADIO AM alloy u-brake-rear
WEIGHT: 10.58kg (23.34lbs)

2018 Radio Bikes Evol

The 2018 Evol is aimed at those riders just getting into BMX that are a little taller. This bike starts out with a 20.3″ top tube 1020 Hi-Ten steel frame with a 1020 Hi-Ten fork with chromoly steerer tube and 1020 Hi-Ten steel bars. The Evol is loaded with some great features to build a sturdy bike at an affordable price. You can find features like the Salt AM top load stem, Radio Rookie tubular chromoly 3-piece cranks, Radio AM cassette hub with the 9-tooth driver, a Radio Century Mid seat and post combo and the Salt Tracer 2.35″ tires front and back! Not only is the Evol dialed in with some solid parts, it comes in Glossy Black with Neon Yellow accents and Metallic Blue with White accents that both look awesome.

FRAME 1020 hi-ten
FORK RADIO “AM 20” 1020 hi-ten fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS RADIO AM bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS SALT EX grips
STEM SALT AM top load stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET FSA A-Headset, loose ball
CRANKS RADIO Rookie tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 165mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: Sealed Mid bearings
PEDALS SALT AM nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET RADIO AM steel 25-tooth sprocket
DRIVER 9t cassette driver, loose ball
FRONT HUB RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb 3/8″s, 36-hole
REAR HUB RADIO AM cassette hub, semi-sealed, 9-tooth, 14mm, 36-hole
FRONT RIM RADIO Rookie rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM RADIO Rookie rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
SEAT RADIO Century mid padded combo seat
SEAT CLAMP RADIO slim alloy seatclamp
TIRES SALT Tracer tires, 2.35” front & rear
GYRO holes for removable gyro tabs
LEVER RADIO AM alloy brake lever
BRAKES SALTPLUS Geo XL alloy u-brake-rear
WEIGHT 11.52kg (25.39lbs)

2018 Radio Bikes Dice FS

Next up, we have the DICE FS complete! This entry level complete BMX bike is for the younger riders just getting into BMX. Even as an entry level bike, you’re getting a ton of great features for an affordable price. The Dice FS has a full 1020 Hi-Ten steel frame, a 1020 Hi-Ten fork with a chromoly steerer tube and front brake mounts, and 1020 Hi-Ten bars, the Radio AM Rotor, AM brakes front and rear for plenty of braking power, Salt nylon/fiberglass pedals, the Radio Century Slim seat and post combo and Kenda Kontact 2.25″ tires front a rear! The 2018 DICE FS has a 20″ top tube length and comes in colors of Metallic Blue and Metallic Green!

FRAME: full 1020 hi-ten
FORK: RADIO Rookie 1020 hi-ten fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO AM 20 bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS: RADIO AM grips
STEM: SALT AM front load stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: FSA A-Headset, loose ball
GYRO: SALT AM rotor with SALT “AM” rotor cables
LEVERS: RADIO Junior alloy brake levers
BRAKES: RADIO AM alloy u-brake-front & rear
CRANKS: RADIO Rookie tubular 3pc crank crmo 165mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: USA size, loose ball
PEDALS: SALT Slim nylon/fiberglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO AM steel 30-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: SALTPLUS PRO 13-tooth freewheel
FRONT HUB: RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb 3/8″, 36-hole
REAR HUB: RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb, 14mm, 36-hole
FRONT RIM: RADIO Rookie rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: RADIO Rookie rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century slim padded combo seat
SEAT CLAMP: RADIO slim alloy seat clamp
TIRES: KENDA Kontact tires, 2.25” front & rear
WEIGHT: 12.24kg (27.20lbs)

2018 Radio Bikes Dice 20″, 18″ and 16″

Just like the DICE FS we just looked at, the 2018 DICE is an almost identical bike, except this version uses only a rear brake and a straight cable instead of the gyro setup and front brakes. Not only that, but the Dice is available in 3 sizes for every rider looking to get into BMX; 20″, 18″ and 16″. The 18″ and 16″ are both scaled down versions of the 20″ to fit the smaller riders better. Not sure what size you might need? Check out this SIZE CHART. This is the bike to get if you’re just getting your young gun into BMX. Each size is available in Metallic Blue and Metallic Green!

FRAME: Full 1020 hi-ten
FORK: RADIO Rookie 1020 hi-ten fork, chromoly steerer tube
BARS: RADIO AM 20 bar, 1020 hi-ten
GRIPS: RADIO AM grips
STEM: SALT AM top loading stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET: FSA A-Headset, loose ball
LEVER: RADIO Junior alloy brake lever
BRAKES: RADIO AM alloy u-brake-rear
CRANKS: RADIO Rookie tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 165mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: USA size, loose ball
PEDALS: SALT Slim nylon/fiberglass pedals
CHAIN: SALT AM chain, 510h type
SPROCKET: RADIO AM steel 30-tooth sprocket
DRIVER: SALTPLUS PRO 13-tooth freewheel
FRONT HUB: RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb 3/8″, 36-hole
REAR HUB: RADIO Rookie steel hub, lb, 14mm, 36-hole
FRONT RIM: RADIO Rookie rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: RADIO Rookie rim, straight single wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century slim padded combo seat
SEAT CLAMP: RADIO slim alloy seat clamp
TIRES: KENDA Kontact tires, 2.25” front & rear
WEIGHT: 11.89kg (26.12lbs)

2018 Radio Bikes Ceptor 26″

Alright! Let’s wrap this up with the big one! The 2018 Ceptor 26″ cruiser! If you’re looking for a BMX bike, but you’re looking for something that’s going to be more for cruising along with the ability to jump it when you get the itch and more knee friendly… This is the bike for you! The Ceptor 26″ has a larger 22.7″ top tube length, 26″ wheels with double wall rims and Bombtrack Helix V2 2.30″ tires front and rear for some smooth rolling, sealed bearings, a 26-10 gear ratio for a good mix of speed and ease when pedaling, the Radio Century Fat Tripod seat for plenty of comfort and a strong Saltplus half-link chain. The Ceptor 26″ is the ideal bike for cruising while still knowing it’s going to hold up when you’re itching to get a little loose. This bike is available in an amazing translucent copper color only.

FRAME: chromoly toptube, downtube, stays. 1020 hi-ten head tube, bottom bracket, dropouts
FOR:K RADIO Ceptor full chromoly fork, 1pc steerer
BARS: RADIO Ceptor full chromoly bar
GRIPS: SALTPLUS XL grips, flangeless
STEM: SALT PRO top loading stem, 50mm reach
HEADSET:SALT PRO integrated headset, sealed bearing
CRANKS: RADIO PRO tubular chromoly 3-piece crank – 175mm, 8 spline
BOTTOM BRACKET: Sealed MID
PEDALS: SALTPLUS Stealth nylon/fibreglass pedals
CHAIN: SALTPLUS Warlock half-link chain
SPROCKET: SALTPLUS PRO 6061-T6 alloy, 26t sprocket
DRIVER: 10-tooth, 1-piece cassette driver, sealed bearing
FRONT HUB: RADIO PRO alloy hub, sealed bearing,3/8″s female axle, 36-hole
REAR HUB: RADIO PRO alloy cassette hub, sealed bearing, 14mm hollow axle, 36-hole
FRONT RIM: RADIO FR3 rim, aero double wall, 36-hole
REAR RIM: RADIO FR32 rim, aero double wall, 36-hole
SEAT: RADIO Century fat padded tripod seat
SEAT POST: RADIO alloy Tripod post
SEAT CLAMP: Integrated slim seat clamp
TIRES: BOMBTRACK Helix V2 tires, 2.3″ front & rear
LEVER: RADIO AM alloy brake lever
BRAKES: SALTPLUS Geo XL alloy rear u-brake
WEIGHT: 13.19kg (29.07lbs)

That’s a look at the new 2018 Radio Bikes complete BMX bikes that are available through BMX shops and mail-orders worldwide now!

Do you have any questions? Which bike do you like best? Let us know in the comments below!